Philanthropy
News and Updates
Read the latest news about Robert F. Smith’s philanthropy as well as events and news concerning his thought leadership, philanthropic partners and charitable initiatives.
![Photo of two people holding hands outdoors with the TEENS, Inc. and Lincoln Hills Cares logos overlaid over the photo](https://robertfsmith.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Robert-f-Smith-org-Lincoln-Hills-Cares-and-TEENS-Inc.jpg)
Lincoln Hills Cares and TEENS, Inc. Partner to Sponsor the TeamWorks Program
TeamWorks is the brainchild of Lincoln Hills Cares and TEENS, Inc. It introduces Colorado youth and young adults to environmental action. Learn more.
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Sphinx Organization Promotes Diversity in the Arts
Learn how the Sphinx Organization is expanding Black and Latino representation in classical music.
![A blue background with a headshot of Keith Shoates, Chief Operating Officer of Student Freedom Initiative, with the Student Freedom Initiative logo positioned to the left of Shoates’ headshot](https://robertfsmith.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Robert-f-Smith-org-SFI-and-Keith-Shoates-Testimony.jpg.jpeg)
SFI’s COO Keith Shoates Testifies at U.S. House Hearing: Creating a Better Tomorrow for Students
Learn more about the work Student Freedom Initiative is doing to create equal opportunities for students.
![A blue background with the logo of the Legal Defense Fund in the center and text that reads National Equal Justice Awards Dinner](https://robertfsmith.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Robert-f-Smith-org-LDF-National-Equal-Justice-Award.jpg.jpeg)
35th National Equal Justice Awards: Recognizing Philanthropic Leaders
In May 2023, the Legal Defense Fund hosted its 35th National Equal Justice Awards Dinner, honoring many incredible individuals.
![An image of the Ebony Test Kitchen on display at the Museum of Food and Drink (MOFAD)](https://robertfsmith.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Robert-f-Smith-org-Historical-Preservation.jpg.jpeg)
The NMAAHC and Landmarks Illinois Preserve the Ebony Test Kitchen to Protect and Promote Black History
Black history is American history — and preserving Black historical and cultural sites is vital to expanding knowledge of the triumphs and tribulations of Black Americans.
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Mansa: A Hub for Curated Black Cultural Content
Mansa, founded by David Oyelowo, Nate Parker, Chiké Okonkwo and Zak Tanjeloff, introduces global Black cultural content to diverse audiences.